In brief
In a heart-wrenching incident, Campbell Scott, a 58-year-old senior director at credit scoring firm Fico, was declared dead after going missing in Nairobi, Kenya. He was attending a professional conference at the JW Marriott Hotel when he was last seen by colleagues on February 16. His employer confirmed the heartbreaking news, stating that his body had been identified by local authorities.
Scott hailed from Fife and was known for his significant contributions to expanding Fico's Scores business globally since joining in 2014. A spokesperson for the company expressed their sorrow, highlighting his leadership and the impact he had on the team. "We are devastated by the loss of Campbell, whose laughter and gentleness will be sorely missed," she remarked, urging for the media to respect the privacy of his grieving family during this difficult time.The JW Marriott hotel, where Scott had been staying, is located in Westlands, a well-off district of Nairobi. Following his disappearance, police in Kenya initiated a search operation, reportedly with the aid of Interpol, signifying the seriousness of the case. The situation has drawn attention, and officials from the UK's Foreign Office have also been contacted for further comments as the investigation continues. Authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to his untimely demise, which has left colleagues and loved ones in mourning.
